STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT Welcome Students Class of 2020!!! 1

FRESHMEN SCHOOL COUNSELING ORIENTATION The School Counseling Department is here to help you have a successful high school experience! 2

Where is the School Counseling Office Located? Second Floor Yellow Hall Just follow the signs to Guidance 3

Counselor Assignment by student last name: Mrs. Price 9th – 12th graders A – C Mrs. Dukes 9th – 12th graders D – I 4

Mrs. Bryant 9th – 12th graders J – O Counselor Assignment by student last name: Mrs. Bryant 9th – 12th graders J – O Ms. Ranado 9th – 12th graders P – Th

Ms. Washington 9th – 12th graders Ti – Z Counselor Assignment by student last name: Ms. Washington 9th – 12th graders Ti – Z Mr. Smith 9th – 12th graders Athletes

Support Staff Mrs. Bullock Secretary Mrs. Fabian Registrar

The Role of School Counseling Services Provide direct student services - focusing on academics, personal/social, and career needs Collaboratively develop Individual Graduation Plans (IGPs) Assist in removing barriers, so students can live, learn, and work

Individual Graduation Plan Counselors meet with students and parents every year to develop and update the Individual Graduation Plan (IGP). 9th grade Choose a Career Academy Academy of Arts and Humanities Academy of Business and Information Systems Academy of Health Sciences, Human and Public Services Academy of Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies 10th grade Choose a Career Major Completing a major consists of taking four required courses 11th grade Review of coursework Review graduation requirements Post Secondary Plans SAT/ACT/ASVAB/TTC Placement Test 12th grade Review of coursework College application information Scholarship information

If you need help in a class… Ask your teacher! They are available to help! Every department offers tutoring before and after school. Ask your teacher for the tutoring schedule!

Grading Scale A = 90 – 100 B = 80 – 89 C = 70 – 79 D = 60 – 69 F = 0 - 59

FRESHMAN CREDIT REQUIREMENTS Go for 8! Remember: You need a 60 or better to pass a class. You also cannot have too many absences or you will fail the course, regardless of your grade. Grades and attendance matter Future course placement (CP, Honors, AP) Meeting graduation requirements Earning scholarships

Attendance Policy You should attend school everyday. If you miss more than 5 days in a semester long class,10 days in a year long class, or 3 days in a nine week class, you face the possibility of losing credit. If you are absent, you must turn in an excuse to the attendance office within 3 days of returning to school. If you have any concerns about your attendance, you should speak with Ms. Bubb in the attendance office.

Graduation Requirements 24 Credits  4 ENGLISH: _____ _____ _____ _____   4 MATH: _____ _____ _____ _____ 3 SCIENCE: Biology I _____ _____ 3 SOCIAL STUDIES: S.S. ELECTIVE _____ U.S. HISTORY _____ GOVT/ECON _____ 1 PE/ROTC: _____ 1 COMPUTER SCIENCE: _____ 1 FOREIGN LANGUAGE OR OCCUPATIONAL ELECTIVE: _____ 7 ELECTIVES _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ 14

GRADES MATTER! Grades not only help you pass classes and advance to earning a high school diploma… they can also earn you money for college! 15

LIFE Scholarship Information South Carolina 4-year colleges $5,000 per year (You must meet 2 out of 3 of the following criteria) 3.0 cumulative GPA 1100 SAT or 24 ACT Top 30% of graduating class South Carolina 2-year colleges full tuition plus $300 books 3.0 cumulative GPA *Scholarship information as of August 2016 16

Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Information South Carolina 4-year colleges 3.5 cumulative GPA 1200 SAT or 27 ACT Top 6% of class at the end of 10th, 11th, or 12th grade Or 4.0 cumulative GPA 1400 SAT or 32 ACT *Scholarship information as of August 2016 $6,700 first year in college, then $7,500 the next three years 17

Requirements for SC 4-year Colleges and Universities 4 ENGLISH: _____ _____ _____ _____ (College Prep or Higher) 4 MATH: Algebra I _____ Algebra II _____ Geometry _____ 4th Higher Level _____ (a fourth higher-level math course such as pre-calculus, calculus, or statistics) 3 LAB SCIENCES: Biology _____ Chemistry or Physics _____   Lab Science with a Biology or Chemistry Prerequisite _____  3 SOCIAL STUDIES: US History _____ Gov./Econ. _____ Social Studies _____  1 PE/ROTC: _____  1 FINE ARTS: _____ SAME FOREIGN LANGUAGE: _____ _____ (Clemson and College of Charleston require 3) COLLEGE PREP ELECTIVE in Computer Science COLLEGE PREP ELECTIVE (Fine Arts, English, Foreign Language, Social Science, Humanities, Lab Science, Physical Education, or Math)

Success in high school also means getting involved…. Get involved in groups, clubs, and/or sports around the school! Great experiences to meet new people and opportunity for growth! Check out Stratford’s website to find a list of organizations and the advisors’ emails. 19

Making an Appointment to Speak with a Counselor Students can complete a “Request to See a Counselor” form before or after school, during lunch or between classes. Your counselor will call you in as soon as they are available. In case of an EMERGENCY, students will be seen immediately by any available counselor. Parents may request an appointment with a counselor by calling the School Counseling Department at 820-4031. 20

Stay connected to SHS Website www.bcsdschools.net/domain/44 Facebook Page Stratford High Knights Twitter Page @StratfordSC PowerSchool Parent Portal Access grades, attendance, and behavior write-ups Text messaging through Remind for Knightly News Text @knews to 81010 21

BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE

BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE Develop a digital portfolio Experiences to become college and career ready over four years Enhance critical thinking and problem solving skills Practice and display integrity and self-direction Earn 1 honors credit at the end of senior year

BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE An excellent opportunity to create meaning and lifelong learning experiences that will foster your development as a South Carolina graduate and contributing citizen to society

BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Career Research Paper Portfolio Components SCOIS Assessment or other career assessment with reflection (9th) Work Keys Credential (11th) Two Job shadowing experience with paperwork (onsite/virtual) (9th - 12th) Resume (12th) Cover Letter (12th ) Career Interview with reflection (9th – 12th ) Transcript (12th) Senior IGP Two Letters of Recommendations (12th) Two College or Industry Tours (onsite/virtual) (9th -12th )

BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 3. Four additional activities/assignments from a menu of options Service/Leadership/Volunteer Opportunities (20+hours & reflection) Industry Certification (Copy of certification/credential) Mock Interview (Mock interview form & reflection) Internship/Apprenticeship/Co-Op (District paperwork) Career Related Employment (Copy of pay stub & reflection) Organizational PD for students-Conferences/conventions/competitions (copy of program/agenda & reflection) Club Membership –in good standing (Letter from sponsor) Test Preparation Course –SAT/ACT/ASVAB (Certificate of completion) Additional opportunities – Girls/Boys State, Leadership, approval external opportunities (Program/Agenda & reflection) Complete and submit two college application scholarship applications (copy of completed application)

STEM Premier Electronic Portfolio - Will create an account in order to upload required information More details to come

STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT Thank You! GO KNIGHTS!